Cori Gauff Wins the Southern Closed!

9 year old Cori Gauff is the best 9 year old in the world, but she was not expected to win the 12 and under Southern Closed which consists of the best 12 and unders from the following states: AR, LA, MS, AL, TN, KY, NC, SC, GA

What surprised Sly Black, Jeff Drock, and her father more? Cori winning every match at the event in straight sets or the 2 plates, 2 watches, and 3 trophies she earned from sweeping this event? Note: Some of Cori’s opponents were twice her size!